It was Friday the 13th, there was a full moon and both of us found ourselves in places that were not the norm but somehow, for some reason, thinking about each other. I think this was meant to happen—it is just too coincidental to not be fate. I certainly do not regret pursuing this with you—it has been on my mind for at least two years. I cannot stop hitting the replay button and getting tingly thinking about our next sleepover. Your directness makes me blush, and I think that you being older makes you that much sexier. Plus, you seem to have learned a few things over the years that I certainly appreciate. My only complaint is that you have too many responsibilities that are keeping you from being in my bed on a more regular basis...knock it off, come pull my hair! I know that for so many reasons we can't work and will never actually be together, but I can't help but wonder if the situation were different, would I actually fall for you? -Smitten

And that's all I could say to the lovely nurse who helped me through one of the hardest things I have ever had to over come. There's a difference between doing your job and actually caring about the patient, and you made me feel as though you genuinely cared. I'm writing this with one nurse in mind, but every other nurse who takes their job seriously and cares deeply about their patient deserves a huge pat on the back. Thank you isn't enough, but it's all I've got. -Appreciative

This message is to all the handsome men and cuties who have grown beards in the past while: you are making my summer SO much better. So many men, so many beards! My bus ride to work is made much more interesting because of you and it only makes summer hotter to see all you handsome hunks walking around with all those sexy, woofing beards! Keep it up! Oh yeah, and the skin-tight jeans and t-shirts don’t hurt either! -A Beard Admirer

Awake too early, but I don’t mind,
because it’s another morning together.
Tired, difficult, uncooperative
anybody else but you I would not tolerate.
It’s time for breakfast!
Cheerios seemed to have helped
because I finally get a smile.

Let’s get dressed!
What do you want to do today?
Go see ducks? The park? Coffee place?
“Elephants!” you say. This could take awhile...

Lunch time.
Grilled cheese and no hassle—progress!
Nap time seems promising now
two hours would make us both happy.

Sleep did the trick.
It’s a new you—the you I love the most.
The sun is out
and the afternoon is wide open.
The wagon awaits my son,
so get in and hold on!
Look both ways
is it safe to cross?
“Car coming, Daddy!”
He’s learning.

Here’s hoping all that fresh air
tired you out somewhat.
What do you want for supper?
“Noodles!”
I can do that.

Why can’t every dinner time
be like this one—you really like it.
Wow, pocket on bib still ate more than you did.
“Clean up time!”
One more routine to go...

We’re definitely washing your hair tonight
because sauce-y hair isn’t a good look for you.
Hey, no splashing!
Time to get out, pull the plug.
I grab the towel...“Baby Burrito!” I shout.
Lots of giggles.

Let’s get your jammies on, brush our teeth,
and then we’ll read some stories.
Sitting on my lap, your damp hair smells so nice,
this is the you I love the most.
Lights out, cuddles, kisses, “Night-night!”

Fingers crossed. -AJB

I had forgotten so many things.

A smile to be reckoned with
We laughed at every moment
The way you looked at me
Passionate encounters
You were so beautiful
A brain to admire
A loyal friend
We dreamed together
Anything was possible
I was so very lucky.

Then I remembered
and wrote them down. -AJB

Just when I haD given up on people, I came across some who have restored my faith in humanity. After my dog was hit by a car—and the person who hit him kept on driving—many people came to my dog's aid. Made sure that I was alright and offered to drive me to the vet. It truly made up for the person driving off and not coming back to check on my dog. I really appreciated it and will never forget it. -I don't know what I would have done if it wasn't for the people who helped me

Your beautiful blues and stunning smile make my day. -I'll Say Hi Next Time

Why do we keep slaughtering each other over religion? It not just religion alone, but it is religion for the large part. You would think that we would smarten up over time, but...oh no...we humans carry grudges for a long time. As a species we really are more like lemmings than anything. I wish I could put this in terms that seem somewhat intelligent. -Get My Drift?

We are intrepid, our hearts float like neopolitan soft serve.
We carry on, our bodies press against the pains of a glass covered present.
We drink, be merry and wish for the star-crossed mania to punch us love drunk until we swing again in the hanging gardens of Babylon.
Paint.
-Just Another Blank Canvas

The picture I took of you with your camera Sunday night has developed in my mind. I can see you smiling. It made my heart beat faster. I wish I had stuck around instead of running away. I ran back up the hill twice more in that hour hoping to find you again and get more than a photograph. You have a beautiful face and a unmistakable warmth to your voice. I'd love to see you again. This photo in my mind won't last forever. -Running Photographer